Madagascar’s Rajoelina Dissolves Government After Deadly Gen Z Protests
President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the government after deadly protests over chronic water and electricity shortages that left at least 22 dead and more than 100 injured, UN reported.
- Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina announced the dissolution of his government after deadly protests over power and water shortages, which he described as the largest challenge since his re-election in 2023.
- The United Nations reported that at least 22 people were killed and over 100 injured during the protests, which were inspired by similar movements in Kenya and Nepal.
- Authorities declared a night curfew as police used tear gas to disperse thousands of protesters demanding accountability from Rajoelina and the Prime Minister.
- Rajoelina acknowledged the public's anger, promising to review government actions and to support businesses affected by the unrest.
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Madagascan president dissolves parliament in response to Gen-Z uprising
Beginning on Thursday 25 September, Gen-Z-led protests against repeated water and power outages began to sweep Madagascar. By Monday, president Andry Rajoelina had announced that he would dissolve his government. However, the protesters were not placated, and yesterday thousands took to the streets once again. ‘Acts of destabilisation’ The protests began in Antananarivo, the island nation’s capital city. Since then, eight other cities in Madagas…
Malagasy youth have been marching through the streets since last Thursday against corruption, lack of water, electricity and purchasing power. The repression has killed at least 22 people but the challenge remains...
Madagascar’s youth-led protests intensify
Demonstrators again clashed with police in Madagascar’s capital, following days of Gen Z-led protests that have gripped the impoverished country. Thousands have protested in cities across Madagascar since last week, demanding an end to repeated water and power cuts that have further weakened an already fragile economy. President Andry Rajoelina dissolved his government, but it did little to quell anger. The demonstrations come just weeks after a…

Thousands of people in the East African island state protest against power outages and poverty. The release of the government is not enough for the demonstrators.
Madagascar president dissolves government amid violent protests
Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina announced on Tuesday the dissolution of the government led by Prime Minister Christian Ntsay, in response to widespread youth-led protests over power and water shortages. In an official address, Andry Rajoelina stated that he had listened to protesters’ demands and recognized the government’s failure to meet the nation’s needs. “We were unable to meet your expectations and we have not listened to the cries …
Power outages, poverty and an angry youth: The security forces in Madagascar are cracking down on angry demonstrators. According to harsh UN criticism, the government is now resigning.
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